Which of these is one of the most important aspects of your home décor?

the paintwork

the furniture

the flooring

The furniture is by far one of the most important aspects of the décor.

What is an advantage of window shopping?

You get to explore your taste in furnishings.

You can buy better quality windows.

You don't have to deal with salesmen.

Window shopping allows you to comfortably explore your taste in furnishings without making a purchase before you know what you really want.

Knowing your taste in furniture means that you needn't:

buy everything

wander through every possible furniture store

look any further than your area

Once you know what you want, you do away with having to go through each and every furniture store.

When purchasing furniture, what should you look out for?

low-cost furniture that meets your needs

the sales

sturdy, well-made, quality construction

It's worth every penny -- make sure to look out for high-quality merchandise that will last for years.

How does solid oak compare with particleboard?

Oak is durable, whereas particleboard is cheap.

Oak is darker, whereas particleboard has a finer texture.

Oak is more expensive, whereas particleboard is better quality.

It's like comparing chalk and cheese. Solid oak is far more durable and will last for generations. For price, however, you can't beat particleboard.

What can you do with a fine sofa when styles or fashions change?

Cover it with a chintz throw.

Not much -- you're stuck with what you have.

R.-cover it

That's the beauty of good-quality furniture. You can preserve it for years and simply re-cover it when the fabric goes out of style.

In keeping with the latest fashion trends, it's better to furnish with larger items, but:

not in the dining area

fewer of them

better quality ones

Here's a typical case where less is more. Better to buy larger pieces of furniture, but fewer of them, than lots of smaller pieces.

Which of these would best be able to advise you regarding your home furnishings?

a textile specialist

your best friend

an interior designer

While your best friend may also be an interior designer and your interior designer may happen to be your best friend, if it comes to a choice between the two, go for the interior designer.

What is thought to blend in with almost any décor?

wrought-iron table- and chair-legs

wicker furniture

antiques

Antiques are a no-fail recipe for home décor. They always give an atmosphere of unpredictability.

To what extent can you experiment with color in your home furnishings?

Be very sparing with colors. Keep the variety down to a minimum.

Don't be shy at all. If you like a color, go for it.

Steer clear of the pitfalls of color. For safety, choose pastels.

Here's where you can be daring. If you like a color, don't be afraid to experiment.

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